Definition

Proper noun A volunteer program run by the United States government that sends American citizens to work on development projects in communities around the world, typically in developing countries. Its mission is to promote world peace and friendship.

Usage

The term "Peace Corps" is always capitalized as it is the official name of a specific organization. It functions as a singular proper noun.

Examples

• After graduating, she decided to join the Peace Corps and was assigned to a village in West Africa.
• The Peace Corps has volunteers working in over 60 countries.
• His two-year service in the Peace Corps was a life-changing experience.

Advanced Usage

• Peace Corps volunteer: A person who is serving in the program.
  • A Peace Corps volunteer helped the community build a new school.
• Peace Corps service: Refers to the period of time one works for the organization.
  • He learned the local language during his Peace Corps service.

Variants and Related Words

• Peace Corps country director: The head of the Peace Corps program in a specific host country.
• Peace Corps Response: A specialized program for experienced professionals to undertake short-term, high-impact assignments.

Synonyms

• Volunteer service organization (a general descriptive term, not a proper name)
• Development volunteer program (a general descriptive term, not a proper name)

Related Phrases

• To serve in the Peace Corps: The standard phrase for describing one's participation.
  • She served in the Peace Corps in the 1990s.
• A Peace Corps assignment: Refers to the specific job and location of a volunteer.
  • His Peace Corps assignment was teaching English.

Noun

1. a civilian organization sponsored by the United States government; helps people in developing countries